The American Association of Feline Practitioners improves the health and welfare of cats by supporting high standards of practice, continuing education, and scientific investigation.
Links
The internet can be a wonderful resource for pet owners, however, it is important to be cautious about where you find your information. Evaluate a website carefully to ensure the information you receive is accurate and reliable. Here are a few tips to help you evaluate where you find your information:
- Be sure the information comes from a reliable source: Are there references to veterinary literature? Research? Universities? Are the claims substantiated and backed up by reliable sources?
- Is the person or organization controlling the website someone you would trust to provide reliable and credible information? For example many universities have websites with excellent information for pet owners and they are not trying to “sell” something or make a profit.
- Is the website objective? Is the website trying to give you objective information or convince you to follow a trend or buy something?
- Ignore testimonials. They are not evidence or proof of anything. Testimonials are a form of advertising.
Here are a few of our favorite websites and good examples of excellent internet resources for pet owners:
ASPCA Poison Control
American SPCA poison control center. Information on different poisons and toxins in pets and their symptoms. For a fee (payable by credit card) it is possible to speak directly with a toxicologist regarding poisoning in your pet.
Canadian Kennel Club
Canada's resource for registered dog breeders and information on how to choose a dog, select a good breeder as well as breed standards.
Canine Inherited Disorders Database
A website from the University of P.E.I with great information for pet owners and breeders on the incidence of inherited diseases in different dog breeds.
Cat Healthy
Canada's vetrinary feline specialists created this website to help cats receive the preventative health care they need to live longer, healthier lives. Great information for any cat owner!
Choosing a Cat
Information from the Ontario Veterinary Medical Association with great information on selecting a cat for your family.
Choosing a Dog
The Ontario Veterinary Medical Association has a great article and resources to help you with the many factors you should consider when adopting a dog.
Dr. Terri McCalla – Veterinary Opthalmologist
Dr. McCalla is an opthalmologist in Bellingham Washington who specializes in eye diseases and surgery. Her website has a wealth of information on pet's eye problems.
Hillarys Blend Recipies
An informative website on nutrition. One of the better recipie books and balanced supplements we have found for owners who want to cook homemade food for their pets. Includes recipies designed to meet the needs of pets with medical conditions such as kidney failure and allergies. Recipie book and supplement can also be ordered through our clinic.
Hills Dental Care
Sponsored by the Hills pet food company, this website provides dog and cat owners with good resources and information regarding dental health in you furry family member.
Hills Pet Foods
Information, foods available and indications for prescription diets as well as feeding guidelines for Hills pet foods.
House Rabbit Society
A website designed for the rabbit lover. This website includes information on adoption, care, behavior and much more.
Idexx Pet Health Network
The Pet Health Network wesbite is a great resource for pet owners. Informative articles and videos on a wide range of topics.
Import and Export of Pets
Are you planning an international move and need to make arrangements to take your pet? Are you purchasing a pet from another country and need to import this animal? Check out Canada's food inspection agency's website for information to help you with this move.
Ohio State Indoor Cat initiative
A website with information specific to indoor cats and improving their quality of life. Good information on any cat with lower urinary tract symptoms and how to reduce stress in your cats environment.
Pet Food Nutrition
Are you looking for information on pet nutrition? Pet health? Pet physiology? or looking for information on pet food ingredients? This is a good site to check out and if you have any questions you can discuss them with experts in the field!
Pet Secure (Health Insurance)
Visit the Pet Secure website or call 1-800-268-1169 for more information.
PetCare (Health Insurance)
Visit the PetCare website or call 1-866-275-PETS (7387) for more information.
Royal Canin Pet Foods
Information, feeding recommendations and feeding guides as well as specific diets for treatment of medical conditions in dogs and cats.
South Okanagan Rehabilitation Centre for Owls
SORCO is a nonprofit organization. As we are a facility that not only rescues Owls, we would like the general public to be aware that we also receive all Raptors! Call SORCO if you find ANY injured Owl, Eagle, Hawk, Falcon, Vulture or Osprey!
The College of Veterinarians of British Columbia
Information on the BC Veterinary Association and current pet related information for the province of BC.
Trupanion (Health Insurance)
Visit the Trupanion website or call 1-800-930-1019 for more information.
Veterinary Partner
A website associated with Veterinary Information Network (an online resource and reference for Veterinarians) Loads of great articles on every topic you can imagine written for the pet owner.
Washington State University
The website of the WSU Veterinary Teaching Hospital. One of our closest referral centers and has an impressive array of medical topics for pet owners. Click on the “pet health topics” tab.
Worms and Germs Blog
A great, educational website with lots of information on parasites and diseases that can be transmitted from animals to people